Top Flite TOPA0150 - Manual (Page 60)

To stop a glow engine, cut off the fuel supply by
closing off the fuel line or following the engine
manufacturer’s recommendations. Do not use
hands, fingers or any other body part to try to stop
the engine. To stop a gasoline powered engine an
on/off switch should be connected to the engine coil.
Do not throw anything into the propeller of a running
engine.
AMA SAFETY CODE (Excerpt)
Read and abide by the following Academy of Model
Aeronautics Official Safety Code:
GENERAL
1. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned
events, air shows, or model flying demonstrations
until it has been proven to be airworthy by having
been previously successfully flight tested.
2. I will not fly my model aircraft higher than
approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport
without notifying the airport operator. I will give right
of way to, and avoid flying in the proximity of full
scale aircraft. Where necessary an observer shall be
used to supervise flying to avoid having models fly in
the proximity of full scale aircraft.
3. Where established, I will abide by the safety
rules for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully
and deliberately fly my models in a careless,
reckless and/or dangerous manner.
7. I will not fly my model unless it is identified
with my name and address or AMA number, on or in
the model.
9. I will not operate models with pyrotechnics
(any device that explodes, burns, or propels a
projectile of any kind).
RADIO CONTROL
1. I will have completed a successful radio
equipment ground check before the first flight of a
new or repaired model.
2. I will not fly my model aircraft in the
presence of spectators until I become a qualified
flier, unless assisted by an experienced helper.
3. I will perform my initial turn after takeoff
away from the pit or spectator areas, and I will not
thereafter fly over pit or spectator areas, unless
beyond my control.
4. I will operate my model using only radio
control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission...
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1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust
residue such as the firewall, engine
compartment, fuel tank compartment, wing
saddle area, trailing edge of the wing in the flap
area and wheel wells, etc.
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2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
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3. Secure the battery and receiver. Simply stuffing
them into place with foam rubber is not sufficient.
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4. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it
has a strain relief inside the fuselage to keep
tension off the solder joint inside the receiver.
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5. Balance your model laterally as explained in
the instructions.
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6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical
fasteners such as the set screws that hold the
wheel axles to the struts, screws that hold the
carburetor arm (if applicable), screw-lock
pushrod connectors if used, etc.
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7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will
turn freely.
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8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
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9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA
where appropriate (control horns, servo
hatches, servo mounting screws, etc.).
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10. Confirm that all controls operate in the correct
direction and the throws are set up according
to the manual.
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11. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all
the clevises and that all servo arms are
secured to the servos with the screws
included with your radio.
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12. Secure connections between servo wires and
Y-connectors or servo extensions, and the
connection between your battery pack and the
on/off switch with vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing
or special clips suitable for that purpose.
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13. Make sure any servo extension cords you may
have used do not interfere with other systems
(servo arms, landing gear, pushrods, etc.).
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14. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muffler
with high temp RTV silicone, thread locking
compound or J.B. Weld.
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15. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are
not kinked.
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16. Use an incidence meter to check the wing for
twists and attempt to correct before flying.
C C C C H H H H E E E E C C C C K K K K L L L L II II S S S S T T T T
During the last few moments of preparation your
mind may be elsewhere anticipating the
excitement of your first flight. Because of this, you
may be more likely to overlook certain checks and
procedures that should be performed after your
model is built. To help avoid this, we’ve provided a
checklist to make sure you don’t overlook these
important areas. Many are covered in the
instruction manual, so where appropriate, refer to
the manual for complete instructions. Be sure to
check the items off as you complete them (that’s
why we call it a
check list!).
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